Event Information
Event Information
We are back! Join us for our 3rd Annual Santa Runs Griffith Park 5K/10K. Last year was a great success and we want to invite you to join us again, or if this is your first time with us - welcome! Trek through the beautiful & historic Griffith Park located in the heart of Los Angeles on December 15th, 2024 along with hundreds of other Santas!
Our 5K course is fast flat course around Griffith Park. You'll catch a glimpse of some beautiful views.
Our 10K course is flat, but a bit hilly if you're looking for a challenge! You'll be climbing the Skyline trail.
Race Day Schedule
If you cannot make it to packet pickup you can still pick up race morning from 7am to 8:20am for the 10K, and up until 8:40am for the 5K.
Late registration is still available at packet pickup and race morning through our registration page ONLY. We will NOT be accepting any cash payments.
We will be starting promptly, please plan accordingly!
Kids Dash starts at 8:00AM
10K starts at 8:30AM
5K starts at 8:50AM
Awards Ceremony starts at 10AM
Registration Fees
5K
$35 per entry before September 1st
$40 per entry before October 1st
$45 per entry before November 1st
$50 per entry before December 14th
$55 Dec 14th - race day No Shirt
10K
$40 per entry before September 1st
$45 per entry before October 1st
$50 per entry before November 1st
$55 per entry before December 14th
$60 Dec. 14th - race day No Shirt
Kids Dash
$20 through race morning
What You Get
5K & 10K
Custom Finisher Medal
Santa Suit
Custom Race Bib
Free Downloadable Online Race Photos
Chip Timing
Music
Kids Run
Custom Kids Medal
Santa Hat
Free Downloadable Online Race Photo
Packet Pickup & Late Registration
Run With Us - Pasadena
December 14th from 11am to 4pm
Address: 235 N. Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
Please bring your ID and registration confirmation email (electronic or printed)
You can pick up your friend's packets if you have a copy of their ID. You can get a discount on any purchases at Run With Us if you pick up your bib during the times stated above!
If you cannot make it to packet pickup you can still pick up race morning from 7am to 8:20am for the 10K, and up until 8:40am for the 5K at the start/finish line!
Late registration is still available at packet pickup and race morning through our registration page ONLY. We will not be accepting any cash payments.
We will be starting promptly, please plan accordingly!
Awards
Top 1 M/F Overall 10K will receive a pair of running shoes courtesy of Run With Us - Pasadena
Top 1 M/F overall in the 5K will receive a pair of running shoes courtesy of Run With Us - Pasadena
Top 3 M/F in each age group
Fastest 5K Team
Fastest 10K Team
Largest Team (Combined Events)
5K Course Map
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/embedded/5831369647?
10K Course Map
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/embedded/5831374150?
FAQ's
Will there be a bag check available?
Unfortunately, we will not have a bag check available for this event
Are dogs allowed on this run?
Absolutely no dogs are allowed on this run due to liability reasons with our insurance, sorry
Are strollers allowed on this run?
Yes! (5k only) If you plan to run with a stroller please make sure to line up at the back of the starting line. Absolutely no strollers may start at the front, this is for your safety
Is there a time limit for this event?
There's a cutoff of 1 hour and 45 minutes for the 5K, and 2 hours flat for the 10K.
Are there any restrooms for this event?
There will be porta potties at the finish line and there are also park restrooms available.
Can my shirt/medal be mailed to me?
Unfortunately, we will not be mailing out any items. All items must be picked up on-site at packet pickup or race morning. This applies to race items and awards. If you cannot make it to the event, you can have a friend grab your items for you as long as they have a copy of your ID.
Parking & Directions
Additional parking is available at Lot One at the Merry Go Round as well as south of the race area
Refund Policy
There are no refunds, credits, deferrals once you have registered for this event.